welcome to
the creative collab

The Creative Collab gives part-time and emerging professionals flexible access to our stylish, fully furnished cosmetology and esthetics suites—your plug-and-play workspace for clients, content and everything in between. This is where you create, grow, and show up like a pro—on your terms, without the full-time commitment.

Whether you’re taking clients or launching new services, simply reserve your spot and step into a space that feels elevated and intentional.

Let’s collab and unleash your creativity!

fREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does The Creative Collab work?

The Creative Collab gives beauty and wellness pros a flexible workspace which is reserved in four or eight hour blocks. Additional time may be reserved as needed. Once your application to join The Creative Collab has been approved, you will be sent a booking link to reserve your time.

Who is The Creative Collab designed for?

Our collaborators are:

+ Licensed cosmetologists, estheticians, lash and brow artists, wax specialists, or massage therapists
+ Professionals seeing a small number of clients on the side
+ People with full-time or corporate jobs who want to keep benefits
+ Parents who need flexibility
+ Instructors or educators seeing friends, family, or long-time clients
+ New grads building confidence before deciding what’s next
+ Professionals who know they don’t want a full-time suite

Do I have to reserve the space on a weekly basis?

No, you can reserve the space as needed, whether that’s once a week, several times a week, or a few hours per month. Let us know what you’re looking for in your application!

Are there set hours I can use the space?

The Creative Collab suite will be available for bookings between 8 am and 8 pm, seven days a week.

Can I reserve the same days/times each week?

All bookings are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please let us know in your application if you have specific days or times you’d like to work and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule.

There’s really no long-term commitment or lease?

No! This space is designed for flexibility. Of course, if you grow to the point you need a full-time suite, we’d love to have you join our community!

What’s included with my Creative Collab – Esthetics Suite booking?

+ Private, fully licensed esthetics suite
+ Professional treatment table
+ Professional lighting
+ Rolling stool
+ Built-in cabinetry for storage
+ Sink with hot & cold water
+ Towel warmer
+ Clean towels & towel service (laundered off-site)
+ Barbicide and approved sanitation containers
+ Trash removal
+ Kansas State Board of Cosmetology–compliant setup
+ Common area amenities (restrooms, beverage station, etc.)
+ Calm, professional environment clients trust

The suite is fully set up, licensed, and ready for use — no build-out, no furniture sourcing, no setup time.

What do I need to bring to my Creative Collab – Esthetics Suite booking?

+ Your active professional license
+ Your linens (sheets, blankets, covers, etc.)
+ Your tools and equipment specific to your services
+ Any products or backbar you personally use
+ Disposable supplies (gloves, gauze, applicators, wax strips, etc.)
+ State Board–required paper for use on the treatment table (if applicable)
+ Wax pot and all waxing equipment (not provided)
+ Your clients
+ Any retail items you choose to offer

You control your services, pricing, scheduling, and client experience.

What’s included with my Creative Collab – Cosmetology Suite booking?

+ Private, fully licensed cosmetology suite
+ Hydraulic styling chair
+ Separate shampoo bowl and shampoo system (not a combo chair)
+ Mirror and professional lighting
+ Hand mirror
+ Built-in cabinetry for storage
+ Rolling color / service tray
+ Dyson blow dryer
+ Professional flat iron
+ Clean towels & towel service (laundered off-site)
+ Barbicide and approved sanitation containers
+ Trash removal
+ Kansas State Board of Cosmetology–compliant setup
+ Common area amenities (restrooms, beverage station, etc.)
+ Calm, professional environment clients trust

What do I need to bring to my Creative Collab – Cosmetology Suite booking?

+ Your active professional license
+ Your clients

Tools & Equipment
+ Shears, clippers, trimmers
+ Brushes and combs
+ Sectioning clips and cutting clips
+ Razor and replacement blades (if used)
+ Labeled water spray bottle
+ Color bowls and color brushes
+ Color scale (if used)
+ Extension tools and supplies (if applicable)

Products & Chemicals
+ Color, lightener, developer
+ Toners and chemical service products
+ Any backbar products you personally use
+ Any retail products you choose to offer

Disposables & Sanitation
+ Gloves
+ Foils
+ Neck strips
+ Capes
+ Disinfectant wipes or sprays for tools

Client Experience & Extras
+ Apron or personal protective wear (if desired)
+ Phone charger
+ Any specialty items required for your specific services

You are responsible for everything you use to perform your services, beyond the equipment listed above. We will stock the suite with a few extra things for emergency use and things that may be forgotten, but please don’t depend on those items to be available.

Will I have a storage space?

Great question! Limited storage is available and will be reserved for those working at least eight hours a week.

Which Utopia locations have a Creative Collab suite?

Our North Greenwich location (across from Top Golf) houses the cosmetology suite, while our Cranbrook location (21st & Webb) is home to the esthetics suite.

Is there a membership fee?

No, the only fee you will pay is for your reserved time block.

Utopia


Sign In

Register

Reset Password

Please enter your username or email address, you will receive a link to create a new password via email.